VANCOUVER, BC – A Vancouver city bus driver has been crowned the 2025 World Laughing Champion, making history as the first Canadian to win the title.

The competition, now in its fifth year, brings together participants from around the world to showcase their most creative and contagious laughs. Contestants face a series of imaginative challenges, each designed to test endurance, originality, and the ability to spark genuine joy in a live global audience.

The new champion secured the victory by leaning into self-mockery, turning personal challenges into comedy that resonated widely. His final performance earned him the top spot and had audiences roaring with laughter.

“I’ve got a lot of material,” he said following the win. “So I just went for it. Honestly, this is mind-blowing.”

In everyday life, the champion splits his time between working as a Vancouver bus driver and teaching laughter yoga, a practice that combines breathing techniques with intentional laughter for stress relief and emotional balance. His unique perspective and experience helped him stand out in the competition and made the achievement even more meaningful.

The World Laughing Championship has grown into a one-of-a-kind international event that celebrates positivity and the healing power of laughter. Unlike traditional competitions that reward strength or speed, this championship highlights the ability to uplift others through humor and joy.

“This victory proves that sometimes the best medicine really is laughter,” the champion said. “I’m proud to share mine with the world.”

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